About the role#
Kinsale Insurance offers a paid summer internship in underwriting. This role provides exposure to the insurance industry through project work and interaction with company leaders. You will work on-site at our Richmond office for 10 weeks beginning May 24, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Research and process finance premium notices.
- Enter broker submissions with high accuracy.
- Analyze and process loss run requests from brokers and policyholders.
- Prepare and issue endorsements for audits.
- Review and assemble documentation for underwriting files.
- Complete projects to support underwriting teams.
- Participate in weekly Lunch and Learns, shadow underwriting divisions, and meet with company leadership.
What you'll need#
- You are a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
- Strong research and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- An academic focus in risk management and insurance is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position in Richmond, Virginia.
- The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- This is a paid internship at $20 per hour.
- A credit check is part of the selection process.
About Kinsale Insurance
Kinsale Insurance is an excess and surplus lines insurance company based in Richmond, Virginia. Founded in 2010, the company employs 640 people. It specializes in property, casualty, and specialty risks for small to midsized accounts. The company distributes its products nationwide through appointed surplus lines brokers.
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